How To Fix FH149 - Not authorized to mark accounts in chart of accounts & for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Not authorized to mark accounts in chart of accounts & for deletion

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to flag accounts for deletion in chart of
accounts &V1&.

System Response

The desired process is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

If your entries are correct, ensure that you are given the relevant
authorization (authorization object F_SKA1_KTP) and activity "06".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH149 - Not authorized to mark accounts in chart of accounts & for deletion ?

  The SAP error message FH149 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to mark accounts in the chart of accounts for deletion. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific permissions related to account management in the financial module of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to mark accounts for deletion. This is often due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Account Status: The account may already be in a status that does not allow it to be marked for deletion.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict certain users from performing this action.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction code PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should update the user's roles to include the required authorization objects, such as F_BKPF_BES (for accounting document management) or F_SKA1_AEN (for general ledger account management).
  
  
  
  Account Status Review:
  
  Ensure that the account you are trying to mark for deletion is not already in use or has transactions associated with it. Accounts that are actively used cannot be marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for specific authorization requirements related to marking accounts for deletion.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles, have the user log out and back in, then attempt to mark the account for deletion again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to financial transactions and account management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's support resources for further assistance.